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MAX2

True 8K 360 action camera with twist-and-go replaceable lenses, 29MP 360 photos, 4K100 spherical slo-mo, 10-bit GP-Log, six mics, and 5m waterproof rugged body.

$500

Launch price

Released Sep 2025

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GoPro

MISSION 1

Compact cinema camera with the same 50MP 1-inch sensor and GP3 processor as MISSION 1 PRO, capped at 8K30 / 4K120 with Open Gate 4:3 and GP-Log2 10-bit.

$600

Launch price

Released May 2026

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MISSION 1 is 8 months newer.

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Wins

0categories

MAX2

★ Wildlife★ Travel

Wins

1categories

MISSION 1

★ Wildlife★ Video & Hybrid

14 categories tied

Which would you choose?

TL;DR — Key differences

MAX2 wins 0 categories·MISSION 1 wins 1 categories
  • BMISSION 1 has higher Resolution (50 MP vs 29 MP)

Key specs at a glance

MAX2MISSION 1
Resolution29 MP50 MP
SensorMFTMFT
ISO max25,60025,600
Burst20 fps20 fps
4K60 fps60 fps
IBIS7-stop7-stop
Weight580 g580 g
Battery640 shots640 shots

Size and weight, to scale

MAX2

134 × 91 × 72 mm

580 g (1.28 lb / 20.46 oz)

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

for scale

MISSION 1

134 × 91 × 72 mm

580 g (1.28 lb / 20.46 oz)

MAX2 and MISSION 1 share virtually identical body dimensions.

MAX2 and MISSION 1 weigh the same.

Depth (front-to-back): 72mm MAX2 · 72mm MISSION 1

Sensor size, to scale

MAX2

17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds

225 mm² area

MISSION 1

17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds

225 mm² area

Use-case scoring

Which one for what?

Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class

Use caseMAX2MISSION 1
Portrait
5.0Fair
6.0Good✓ wins
Sports & Action
6.5Good
6.5Good
Video & Hybrid
7.5Good
7.5Good
Landscape
5.0Fair
7.0Good✓ wins
Travel
8.5Excellent✓ wins
7.5Good
Wildlife
9.0Excellent
9.0Excellent
Vlogging
7.0Good
7.0Good

Why pick one over the other

Reasons to choose

MAX2

No major advantages on measured specs.

Reasons to choose

MISSION 1

  • Resolution

    50 MP vs 29 MP — higher is better

Both cameras share

  • ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
  • ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
  • ✓ISO max (native) — Both 25,600
  • ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
  • ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
  • ✓Burst (mechanical) — Both 8 fps

Pros & cons at a glance

Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.

MAX2

Pros

  • ✓True 8K 360 video (21% more pixels vs rivals)
  • ✓Field-replaceable twist-on lenses
  • ✓4K100 360 slo-mo + 5.6K60 360
  • ✓10-bit GP-Log + 300Mbps (GoPro Labs)
  • ✓4K60 single-lens + 180° HyperView POV

Cons

  • –360 workflow needs reframing in Quik
  • –$100 more than HERO13 Black
  • –1/2.3-inch dual sensors
  • –8K runtime shorter than 5.6K modes

MISSION 1

Pros

  • ✓Same 50MP 1-inch sensor as PRO
  • ✓8K30 + 4K120 + Open Gate 4:3
  • ✓GP-Log2 10-bit + rugged 20m waterproof
  • ✓Ultra-compact cinema form factor
  • ✓Full GoPro mount ecosystem

Cons

  • –No 8K60 or 4K240 high frame rates
  • –No 1080p960 burst slo-mo
  • –Fixed lens only
  • –Still premium vs traditional action cams

Decided which one is right for you?

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Full specifications

✓ = category winner

MAX2
MISSION 1
Resolution
29 MP
50 MP✓+72%
Sensor type
Four Thirds Live MOS
Four Thirds Live MOS
Sensor size
17.3 × 13.0 mm
17.3 × 13.0 mm
AA filter
Yes
Yes
MAX2
MISSION 1
Processor
GP2
GP3
MAX2
MISSION 1
ISO min (native)
100
100
ISO max (native)
25,600
25,600
ISO max (expanded)
102,400
102,400
MAX2
MISSION 1
Shutter type
Mechanical + Electronic
Mechanical + Electronic
Max mechanical speed
1/8000 sec
1/8000 sec
Max electronic speed
1/16000 sec
1/16000 sec

Frequently asked

Quick answers generated from verified specs.

Which is better for landscape, MAX2 or MISSION 1?

MISSION 1 scores 7.0/10 versus 5.0/10 for MAX2 — 50MP — massive detail for large prints.

What's the resolution difference between the MAX2 and MISSION 1?

MAX2 is 29 MP and MISSION 1 is 50 MP, so the MISSION 1 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.

Do the MAX2 and MISSION 1 have in-body image stabilization?

MAX2 has 7-stop in-body image stabilization, while MISSION 1 has 7-stop in-body image stabilization.

Which shoots faster bursts — the MAX2 or the MISSION 1?

MAX2 reaches 20 fps electronic. MISSION 1 reaches 20 fps electronic.

What's the weight difference between the MAX2 and MISSION 1?

Both bodies weigh roughly 580 g.

Do the MAX2 and MISSION 1 record 4K video?

MAX2: 4K up to 60p. MISSION 1: 4K up to 60p.

Are the MAX2 and MISSION 1 weather sealed?

MAX2: Yes. MISSION 1: Yes.

Which has better battery life?

Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the MAX2 and 640 shots for the MISSION 1, giving the MISSION 1 the edge.

How much does each cost?

MAX2 launched at $500 and MISSION 1 at $600. The MAX2 is $100 less.

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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.